Calming a Woman in Labor with an Epidural
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Question
Is there a law regarding calming a woman in labor who has taken an epidural? For example, if a woman with an epidural feels stressed, is it permissible to play calming music for her on Shabbat? A source would be very helpful if possible.
Answer
Shalom Rav,
Even a woman in labor who has taken an epidural is considered a woman in labor. It is permissible to calm her.
If listening to music helps her endure the labor process by distracting her, it is allowed.
[However, there is no general permission for everything, only for calming her when she is properly cared for, or to alleviate her pain].
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 330
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